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Lifespans Meaning in English

word · lemma: lifespan

ˈɫaɪfˌspænz
LYFE-spanz
lˈaɪfspænz
LYFE-spanz

التعريف

The length of time that a living thing or object lives or operates, from beginning to end.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Used mostly in scientific, medical, or technical contexts. 'Lifespans' usually refers to the typical time different organisms or mechanisms function. Common phrases: 'average lifespans,' 'increase lifespans.' Not used for temporary states, but for the full duration of life or operation.

جمل نموذجية

The lifespans of cats and dogs are usually different.

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Scientists study the lifespans of insects.

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The lifespans of trees can be very long.

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People are always curious about why lifespans vary so much between species.

natural

Technology has helped extend the lifespans of electronic devices a lot.

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We’ve recently learned that the lifespans of whales are much longer than we thought.

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